Find the Right Network
Compare Inmarsat and OneWeb maritime satellite plans — and choose the connectivity solution that fits your vessel, route, and budget.
Two Networks. Global Coverage.
Inmarsat Fleet
PARTNER: DLZZ
The maritime industry standard for 40 years. Inmarsat's geostationary network delivers guaranteed global coverage with GMDSS safety compliance — the gold standard for SOLAS vessels.
OneWeb Maritime
PARTNER: KVH
Eutelsat OneWeb's LEO constellation excels where others fall short — Arctic and near-polar routes. The ideal solution for vessels navigating high-latitude trade routes and offshore operations.
Network Comparison
All key metrics at a glance to help you choose the right network for your operations.
| 🛰 Inmarsat Fleet | ✦ OneWeb Maritime | |
|---|---|---|
| Orbit Type | GEO (35,786 km) | LEO (1,200 km) |
| Max Download | 50 Mbps (FX) | 100 Mbps |
| Max Upload | 5 Mbps | 50 Mbps |
| Latency | 600–800 ms | <100 ms |
| Arctic Coverage | ✓ Pole-to-pole | ✓ Full Arctic |
| GMDSS Capable | ✓ Yes (FBB / FX) | ✗ No |
| Crew Welfare | ✓ Good | ✓ Excellent |
| Video Calls | Moderate | ✓ Excellent |
| Best For | SOLAS compliance, safety | Polar routes, high bandwidth |
| Partner | DLZZ | KVH |
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